NEW narrative, NEW nightcap! This week, we're starting The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab.

If you're following along, here is our reading plan:

Crack open a bottle of Dark Horse Rose (all day?), while you listen and read.

And since this is the start of a new novel, we did some background research on the author and Le Mans, France. Basically, it's a really neat place that you'll definitely want to know more about and visit.

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One more time! Get that coffee brewing, add some Baileys (if it pleases you), and get ready to laugh, shed a tear (no sobbing here), and enjoy this lovely novel.

We're talking about A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. This episode covers chapters 28 - the end.

TW for these episodes - the readings and our discussions do cover the topic of taking one's life. Please be advised, it is depicted in detail in this novel.

Special shoutout to the Parrottsville Library, part of the Cocke County Library System. You can find them at the following links:

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Welcome back to another episode of Narratives in the News! It's a special segment of Narratives and Nightcaps where we discuss narrative or novel-related things making headlines (kind of).

First up - We need to talk about libraries. This is a loaded topic currently, but there are a few key points we'd like to discuss.

Then - In happier news, there are some book adaptations coming soon that we are SO excited for.

And finally - Hot books releasing this summer that you need to know about. From rom-coms, to thrillers, and historical pieces, you'll want to grab one (or more) of these to read poolside, beachside, in the backyard, or wherever you're going to enjoy your summer.

https://www.realsimple.com/best-books-summer-2023-7482064

Pour a cup of joe, add some Baileys, and get cozy...we're talking about A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. This episode covers chapters 14 - 27.

TW for these episodes - the readings and our discussions do cover the topic of taking one's life. Please be advised, it is depicted in detail in this novel.

Special shoutout to the Millard Oakley Public Library in Livingston, Tennessee. Check them out online: www.overtoncolibrary.com or

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We're BACK with a new narrative this week! Time to start A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman.

If you're following along, here is our reading plan:

TW for these episodes - the readings and our discussions do cover the topic of taking one's life. Please be advised, it is depicted in detail in this novel.

In the spirit of Ove (kind of), this book's nightcap is Baileys Coffee. It's simple, smooth, and so tasty. Plus, we learned some neat facts about Baileys on their website: www.baileys.com

And since this is the start of a new novel, we did some background research on the author and SWEDEN. BRB - booking our next trip to Sweden now.

Special shoutout to the Cosby Community Library in Cosby, Tennessee. Check them out online: https://www.cockecountylibraries.org/

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We'll be back with a new narrative next week! This week, don't miss this very special episode where we interview indie author Sam Marie. She's a romance and fantasy writer currently based in L.A., and we had the BEST conversation talking about how she started writing, the self-publishing industry, and SO much more.

You absolutely need to check out her website https://www.authorsammarie.com/, buy her latest novel Rendezvous on Amazon, and follow her on Instagram.

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It's our final discussion about The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. This episode covers chapter 32 - the end...and oh me oh my, it's a doozy. Apologies in advance for the sobbing you may hear.

If you haven't already read/finished the book, then please be advised of this trigger warning - this episode briefly discusses sexual assault, The Holocaust, relinquishing custody of a child, and overall extreme sadness.

For a bit of levity, we're sippin' French 75s! The perfect beverage to accompany this novel and time period.

Plus some fun facts at the end of the episode about an actual member of the Belgian Resistance. Check out these articles:

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Welcome back to another episode of Narratives in the News! It's a special segment of Narratives and Nightcaps where we discuss narrative or novel-related things making headlines (kind of).

First up - AMAZING news about Emily Henry's Beach Read:

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It's our third (of four) week talking about The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah! This episode covers chapters 21 - 31. If you've read it or are reading along, then you're already aware of this, but TW for our discussion - in this section we do briefly discuss violence and death (related to children) and the Holocaust.

In honor of Vianne and Rachel, we're sippin' French 75s with this novel. It's refreshing, bubbly, and oh so elegant. Oui?

When we started this podcast, we joked about laughing or crying along with us. I'm not sure we knew it at the time, but the crying part has definitely come true with this novel. <3

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It's our second week talking about The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah! This episode covers chapters 12 - 20 AND how we'd cast this film (even though there's technically a cast already for a move we may or may not ever see).

Of course, we're drinking French 75s with this novel. Tres appropriate and in honor of friendship (iykyk).

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